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Monument record TQ 94 NE 281 - Burial site, Westwell
Summary
Groundworks and extensions to drainage ditches were observed by archaeologists at St Mary's in Westwell. During these works, several burials were uncovered, despite test-pitting not suggessting any nearby. The soil also contained disarticulated human bones. These burials were removed and reburied at a later date.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TQ 9903 4748 (0m by 7m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ94NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | ASHFORD, KENT |
| Civil Parish | WESTWELL, ASHFORD, KENT |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Groundworks and extensions to drainage ditches were observed by archaeologists at St Mary's in Westwell. During these works, several burials were uncovered, despite test-pitting not suggessting any nearby. The soil also contained disarticulated human bones. These burials were removed and reburied at a later date. (1)
<1> Canterbury Archaeological Trust, 2013, St Mary’s Church, Westwell Lane, Westwell Archaeological Watching-Brief and Dendrochronological sampling report (Unpublished document). SKE51501.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE51501 Unpublished document: Canterbury Archaeological Trust. 2013. St Mary’s Church, Westwell Lane, Westwell Archaeological Watching-Brief and Dendrochronological sampling report.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: St Mary’s Church, Westwell Lane, Westwell Archaeological Watching-Brief and Dendrochronological sampling report (Ref: Project Code: SMCW-WB-13) (EKE16757)
Record last edited
Oct 9 2018 3:11PM